Madley took charge of the 2017 Community Shield between Arsenal and ChelseaCredit:
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Madley took charge of last year’s Community Shield and was on the Fifa list. His departure before the start of the season was not initially disclosed to his fellow select group referees by their organisation Professional Game Match Officials.

However, he was not present at the mandatory pre-season meeting at St George’s Park where they are briefed and prepared. His sudden departure left the select group of 18 referees down to 17. In a statement PGMOL said: “Bobby Madley is no longer employed by PGMOL. We understand that he has decided to relocate due to a change in his personal circumstances.”